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August 10-2024 Prelims Practice Questions (PPQs)
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[Quiz] Daily Prelims Practice Questions (PPQs) – August 10 2024
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Question 1 of 6
1. Question
Q1. {Governance – Laws} Consider the following statements about Waqf Property:
- A Waqf is a donation of personal property by Muslims for religious, charitable, or private purposes, with the ownership believed to belong to God.
- A Waqf can be established solely through formal documentation.
- Once a property is declared as Waqf, its status can be reversed if the original owner wishes to reclaim it.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
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Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
- A Waqf is a donation of personal property by Muslims for religious, charitable, or private purposes, with the ownership believed to belong to God.
Statement 2 is incorrect
- A Waqf can be established through a written document, spoken agreement, or if a property has been used for religious or charitable purposes over time.
Statement 3 is incorrect
- Once a property is declared as Waqf, its status changes permanently and cannot be reversed.
Answer: (a) Only one; Difficulty Level: Medium
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Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
- A Waqf is a donation of personal property by Muslims for religious, charitable, or private purposes, with the ownership believed to belong to God.
Statement 2 is incorrect
- A Waqf can be established through a written document, spoken agreement, or if a property has been used for religious or charitable purposes over time.
Statement 3 is incorrect
- Once a property is declared as Waqf, its status changes permanently and cannot be reversed.
Answer: (a) Only one; Difficulty Level: Medium
Unattempted
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
- A Waqf is a donation of personal property by Muslims for religious, charitable, or private purposes, with the ownership believed to belong to God.
Statement 2 is incorrect
- A Waqf can be established through a written document, spoken agreement, or if a property has been used for religious or charitable purposes over time.
Statement 3 is incorrect
- Once a property is declared as Waqf, its status changes permanently and cannot be reversed.
Answer: (a) Only one; Difficulty Level: Medium
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Question 2 of 6
2. Question
Q2. {Governance – Laws} With reference to the governance and functions of Waqf Board, consider the following statements:
- Waqf properties are governed by the Waqf Act, of 1995, which replaced the Central Waqf Act, of 1954.
- Waqf properties are managed by a mutawalli (caretaker) and are overseen by a survey commissioner who maintains a list of all Waqf properties.
- Disputes related to Waqf properties are resolved by a Waqf Tribunal constituted by the Central Government.
- Waqf Boards have the authority to recover lost properties and sanction the transfer of immovable Waqf property.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Incorrect
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
- Waqf properties are governed by the Waqf Act, of 1995, which replaced the Central Waqf Act, of 1954.
- The Act includes provisions for the constitution and appointment of Waqf Boards, Waqf Councils, and Chief Executive Officers in the states.
- Central Waqf Council (CWC): A statutory body established in 1964, oversees and advises state-level Waqf Boards across India.
- 2013 Amendment to Waqf Act 1995:
- Authority to Waqf Boards to designate a property as Waqf.
- Prescribed imprisonment of up to two years for encroachment on Waqf property
- Explicitly prohibit the sale, gift, exchange, mortgage, or transfer of Waqf property.
Statement 2 is correct
- Waqf properties are managed by a mutawalli (caretaker) and are overseen by a survey commissioner who maintains a list of all Waqf properties.
Statement 3 is incorrect
- Disputes related to Waqf properties are resolved by a Waqf Tribunal constituted by the state government.
- The Tribunal is constituted by the state government and comprises three members:
- Chairperson: State judicial officer with rank not below District Judge, Sessions Judge, or Civil Judge, Class I.
- Includes an officer from the State Civil Services.
- Person expert in Muslim Law and jurisprudence.
Statement 4 is correct
- Waqf Boards act as custodians of Waqf properties in their respective states.
- Composition: It is led by a chairperson and includes state government nominees, Muslim legislators and parliamentarians, Muslim members of the state Bar Council, Islamic scholars, and mutawallis of Waqfs with an income of Rs 1 lakh or more annually.
- Waqf Boards have the authority to recover lost properties and sanction the transfer of immovable Waqf property (e.g., by sale, gift, or lease).
- Such transfers require approval from at least two-thirds of the Waqf Board members.
Answer: (c) Only three; Difficulty Level: Hard
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Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
- Waqf properties are governed by the Waqf Act, of 1995, which replaced the Central Waqf Act, of 1954.
- The Act includes provisions for the constitution and appointment of Waqf Boards, Waqf Councils, and Chief Executive Officers in the states.
- Central Waqf Council (CWC): A statutory body established in 1964, oversees and advises state-level Waqf Boards across India.
- 2013 Amendment to Waqf Act 1995:
- Authority to Waqf Boards to designate a property as Waqf.
- Prescribed imprisonment of up to two years for encroachment on Waqf property
- Explicitly prohibit the sale, gift, exchange, mortgage, or transfer of Waqf property.
Statement 2 is correct
- Waqf properties are managed by a mutawalli (caretaker) and are overseen by a survey commissioner who maintains a list of all Waqf properties.
Statement 3 is incorrect
- Disputes related to Waqf properties are resolved by a Waqf Tribunal constituted by the state government.
- The Tribunal is constituted by the state government and comprises three members:
- Chairperson: State judicial officer with rank not below District Judge, Sessions Judge, or Civil Judge, Class I.
- Includes an officer from the State Civil Services.
- Person expert in Muslim Law and jurisprudence.
Statement 4 is correct
- Waqf Boards act as custodians of Waqf properties in their respective states.
- Composition: It is led by a chairperson and includes state government nominees, Muslim legislators and parliamentarians, Muslim members of the state Bar Council, Islamic scholars, and mutawallis of Waqfs with an income of Rs 1 lakh or more annually.
- Waqf Boards have the authority to recover lost properties and sanction the transfer of immovable Waqf property (e.g., by sale, gift, or lease).
- Such transfers require approval from at least two-thirds of the Waqf Board members.
Answer: (c) Only three; Difficulty Level: Hard
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Question 3 of 6
3. Question
Q3. {IR – Issues} In the context of the India and Refugees, consider the following statements:
- “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam” embodies India’s tradition of welcoming diverse people and has guided its supportive approach to refugees throughout history.
- India is a signatory to the 1951 Refugee Convention and its 1967 Protocol.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
- India has a long history of hosting refugees, accommodating over 200,000 individuals from various conflicts since independence.
- “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam“ embodies India’s tradition of welcoming diverse people and has guid-ed its supportive approach to refugees throughout history.
- The Sanskrit phrase “Atithi Devo Bhava” reflects India’s tradition of hospitality.
- About 46,000 refugees and asylum-seekers were registered with UNHCR in India, with women and girls constituting 46% of this group (2022).
Statement 2 is incorrect
- India is not a signatory to the 1951 Refugee Convention or its 1967 Protocol, resulting in gaps in formal refugee protections and lacks a comprehensive refugee-specific law.
Answer: (a) 1 only ; Difficulty Level: Easy
Incorrect
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
- India has a long history of hosting refugees, accommodating over 200,000 individuals from various conflicts since independence.
- “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam“ embodies India’s tradition of welcoming diverse people and has guid-ed its supportive approach to refugees throughout history.
- The Sanskrit phrase “Atithi Devo Bhava” reflects India’s tradition of hospitality.
- About 46,000 refugees and asylum-seekers were registered with UNHCR in India, with women and girls constituting 46% of this group (2022).
Statement 2 is incorrect
- India is not a signatory to the 1951 Refugee Convention or its 1967 Protocol, resulting in gaps in formal refugee protections and lacks a comprehensive refugee-specific law.
Answer: (a) 1 only ; Difficulty Level: Easy
Unattempted
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
- India has a long history of hosting refugees, accommodating over 200,000 individuals from various conflicts since independence.
- “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam“ embodies India’s tradition of welcoming diverse people and has guid-ed its supportive approach to refugees throughout history.
- The Sanskrit phrase “Atithi Devo Bhava” reflects India’s tradition of hospitality.
- About 46,000 refugees and asylum-seekers were registered with UNHCR in India, with women and girls constituting 46% of this group (2022).
Statement 2 is incorrect
- India is not a signatory to the 1951 Refugee Convention or its 1967 Protocol, resulting in gaps in formal refugee protections and lacks a comprehensive refugee-specific law.
Answer: (a) 1 only ; Difficulty Level: Easy
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Question 4 of 6
4. Question
Q4. {Prelims – In News} Which Indian state is predominantly home to the Kuki-Zo community, known for its significant cultural and historical presence?
Correct
Explanation
Option (a) is correct
- Kuki-Zo Group is the third largest ethnic group in Manipur, making up approximately 16% of the population.
- Prominent among them are the Thadou, Gangte, Hmar, Paite, and Simte tribes, who inhabit the southern hilly areas of the state.
- Like the Naga tribes, each Kuki-Zo community has developed its unique language, cultural practices, and traditions.
- While some Kuki groups adhere to Indigenous religions, many have embraced Christianity, which was introduced by missionaries during the British colonial era.
Answer: (a) Manipur; Difficulty Level: Medium
Incorrect
Explanation
Option (a) is correct
- Kuki-Zo Group is the third largest ethnic group in Manipur, making up approximately 16% of the population.
- Prominent among them are the Thadou, Gangte, Hmar, Paite, and Simte tribes, who inhabit the southern hilly areas of the state.
- Like the Naga tribes, each Kuki-Zo community has developed its unique language, cultural practices, and traditions.
- While some Kuki groups adhere to Indigenous religions, many have embraced Christianity, which was introduced by missionaries during the British colonial era.
Answer: (a) Manipur; Difficulty Level: Medium
Unattempted
Explanation
Option (a) is correct
- Kuki-Zo Group is the third largest ethnic group in Manipur, making up approximately 16% of the population.
- Prominent among them are the Thadou, Gangte, Hmar, Paite, and Simte tribes, who inhabit the southern hilly areas of the state.
- Like the Naga tribes, each Kuki-Zo community has developed its unique language, cultural practices, and traditions.
- While some Kuki groups adhere to Indigenous religions, many have embraced Christianity, which was introduced by missionaries during the British colonial era.
Answer: (a) Manipur; Difficulty Level: Medium
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Question 5 of 6
5. Question
Q5. {Prelims – In News} Which of the following statements best describes Californium Stone?
Correct
Explanation
Option (b) is correct
- Californium (Cf) is a highly expensive, man-made, radio-metallic chemical element.
- It is a very good source of neutrons which makes it useful in nuclear power plants.
- It is used in treating brain cancer through its neutrons due to the penetrative properties of radiation.
Option (a) is incorrect
- Californium is not a naturally occurring mineral; it is a man-made radioactive element.
Option (c) is incorrect
- Californium is not used for its color or in decorative applications. Its primary use is in scientific and medical fields due to its neutron-emitting properties.
Option (d) is incorrect
- Californium is not naturally occurring and is not used for its electrical conductivity.
Answer: (b) It is a man-made radioactive element used primarily for treating brain cancer due to its neutron-emitting properties.; Difficulty Level: Medium
Incorrect
Explanation
Option (b) is correct
- Californium (Cf) is a highly expensive, man-made, radio-metallic chemical element.
- It is a very good source of neutrons which makes it useful in nuclear power plants.
- It is used in treating brain cancer through its neutrons due to the penetrative properties of radiation.
Option (a) is incorrect
- Californium is not a naturally occurring mineral; it is a man-made radioactive element.
Option (c) is incorrect
- Californium is not used for its color or in decorative applications. Its primary use is in scientific and medical fields due to its neutron-emitting properties.
Option (d) is incorrect
- Californium is not naturally occurring and is not used for its electrical conductivity.
Answer: (b) It is a man-made radioactive element used primarily for treating brain cancer due to its neutron-emitting properties.; Difficulty Level: Medium
Unattempted
Explanation
Option (b) is correct
- Californium (Cf) is a highly expensive, man-made, radio-metallic chemical element.
- It is a very good source of neutrons which makes it useful in nuclear power plants.
- It is used in treating brain cancer through its neutrons due to the penetrative properties of radiation.
Option (a) is incorrect
- Californium is not a naturally occurring mineral; it is a man-made radioactive element.
Option (c) is incorrect
- Californium is not used for its color or in decorative applications. Its primary use is in scientific and medical fields due to its neutron-emitting properties.
Option (d) is incorrect
- Californium is not naturally occurring and is not used for its electrical conductivity.
Answer: (b) It is a man-made radioactive element used primarily for treating brain cancer due to its neutron-emitting properties.; Difficulty Level: Medium
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Question 6 of 6
6. Question
Q6. {Agri – Initiatives} With reference to the Clean Plant Programme (CPP), consider the following statements:
- It aims to provide farmers with virus-free, high-quality planting material to increase crop yields and income.
- The CPP includes features such as affordable access to clean plant material and does not specifically address the needs of women farmers.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct, and Statement 2 is incorrect
- The Union Cabinet approved the Clean Plant Programme (CPP) to supply farmers with virus-free, high-quality planting material to boost crop yields and income.
- Features include affordable access to clean plant material, active engagement of women farmers, and ensuring resource access, training, and decision-making opportunities for women.
Answer: (a) 1 only; Difficulty Level: Easy
Incorrect
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct, and Statement 2 is incorrect
- The Union Cabinet approved the Clean Plant Programme (CPP) to supply farmers with virus-free, high-quality planting material to boost crop yields and income.
- Features include affordable access to clean plant material, active engagement of women farmers, and ensuring resource access, training, and decision-making opportunities for women.
Answer: (a) 1 only; Difficulty Level: Easy
Unattempted
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct, and Statement 2 is incorrect
- The Union Cabinet approved the Clean Plant Programme (CPP) to supply farmers with virus-free, high-quality planting material to boost crop yields and income.
- Features include affordable access to clean plant material, active engagement of women farmers, and ensuring resource access, training, and decision-making opportunities for women.
Answer: (a) 1 only; Difficulty Level: Easy
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